2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 716 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Lancia Appia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Brilliance | Lancia |
| Model | BS4 | Appia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 42 L |
